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ERIC Number: EJ1189447
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2015
Pages: 11
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ISSN: EISSN-1469-9532
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Assessing Needs in Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Crucial Preliminary Step to Target Relevant Issues for Support Programs
Derguy, Cyrielle; Michel, Grégory; M'bailara, Katia; Roux, Solenne; Bouvard, Manuel
Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, v40 n2 p156-166 2015
Background: Raising a child with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) implies significant stress levels and changes in family functioning. Most studies deal with parental difficulties, whereas those focusing on parental self-reported support needs related to ASD are fewer, especially in France. Our objective was to explore in a French sample the needs of parents of children with ASD so as to provide recommendations for support. Method: Parents were interviewed (N = 162, including 84 controls), and content analysis was performed from parental responses. Results: Six dimensions of need emerged: material, information, guidance, daily management, relational support, and emotional support. Needs priorities were different for parents with a child with ASD involving the transmission of knowledge and skills as well as emotional and relational support. Conclusions: This study highlights the need to develop support programs focused on the needs of the parents that reflect educational, behavioural, and psychological dimensions.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: France
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